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The Witch's Guide to Cooking with Children
Keith McGowan (2009) , 160-200 pages
Illustrated by Tanaka, Yoko
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Fall, Folklore, Humor, Scary
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You’ve probably heard the tale of
Hansel and Gretel, and you probably
know better than to enter any house
made of yummy candy and treats. But
what if the witch in that old-fashioned
story was still alive and well with an
updated look? When Sol and Connie Blink
move into their new neighborhood, they
can tell that their neighbor is
unusual. They quickly realize what she
is up to after visiting the local
library to do some research. With
excerpts from the witch’s memoir
incorporated throughout the book, we
also get to find out what the witch is
experiencing as the story progresses.
Lots of grim humor and plenty of
suspenseful action make this is a
unique and enjoyable retelling of the
classic tale.
Reviewed by: Rene / Mountain Island Library
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Old Bear
Kevin Henkes (2008) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by
Audience: Preschool
Category: Concept, Fall, Read Aloud, Spring, Summer, Winter
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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It is snowing real hard and Old Bear is
getting ready for his long nap. As he
sleeps he dreams of being a cub again
and enjoying the wonders of nature. He
dreams about summer, fall, winter and
spring and how each season brought him
so much joy!
Kevin Henkes creates a book about
dreams and remembering things from the
youngest of eyes. The illustrations
show the beauty of the seasons that Old
Bear dreams about. Great book!
Reviewed by: Annie / West Boulevard Library
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The Witches of Dredmoore Hollow
Riford McKenzie (2008) , 200+ pages
Illustrated by Peter Ferguson
Audience: Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Fall, Mystery, Read Aloud, Scary
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Elijah, an overly-cautious and
superstitious boy of eleven, has always
witnessed strange things happening
around the Dredmoore family house and
graveyard. Then his parents
mysteriously leave town. Two
eccentric aunts steal him away to their
house and "beauty shop" on Moaning
Marsh. Elijah learns that his aunts
are witches and that the inscription on
a relatives' tombstone is true: "Some
things you choose. Some things choose
you." Vivid descriptions, creepy
characters, and a touch of humor create
this one-of-a-kind tale. Twisting
and turning like a witch's broom in
flight, this story will keep you
spellbound!
Reviewed by: Rene / Mountain Island Library
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Comments from Readers
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Mint, age 18 from Texas
This book is really good. It has some suspense, mystery, and excitement in it. I could barely put the book down.
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Leaves
David Ezra Stein (2007) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by David Ezra Stein
Audience: Toddlers, Preschool, Primary (k-3rd grade)
Category: Fall, Read Aloud, Spring
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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It's little bear's first year. Fall
has come to his island. When the leaves
begin to fall he wonders what to do?
However after following his instincts
and sleeping through the winter, he
awakens in spring to find everything
blooming once again. Told in simple
words with wonderfully basic
illustrations, this work is a wonderful
treat for the young and young at heart.
Reviewed by: Courtney / Independence Regional Library
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Leaf Man
Lois Ehlert (2005) , under 40 pages
Illustrated by Lois Ehlert
Audience: Preschool, Primary (k-3rd grade), Intermediate (4th-6th grade)
Category: Fall, NCCBA, Read Aloud
(This book has outstanding illustrations)
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"A Leaf Man's got to go where the wind
blows," proclaims Lois Ehlert. Read
along and follow Leaf Man's journey
from orchards to rivers and discover
all the unique animals, vegetables, and
insects that can be made with leaves.
Beautiful end pages show brilliant
color copies of leaves and their
names. The author's note at the end of
this book explains Ehlert's research
process for this book. A must read for
all ages and especially lovers of fall.
Reviewed by: Emily / Steele Creek Library
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